Hi all 

Im 27 and had my first smear test Monday 7th October. I received my results today in the post which confirmed that I had no abnormal cells but I tested positive for HPV and they want me to go back in 12 months for another smear test. 

To be honest the letter didn’t really explain much didn’t state if I was low risk or high risk. I am now really worried thinking that 12months is to long to wait for another test wouldnt this just give the HPV time to create abnormal cells. I have googled a lot about it ( I know I shouldn’t) but everything is so conflicting and I’m so confused .

I have also had symptoms for quite a while now like. Bleeding during and after sex, pain during sex, abnormal smelly discharge which is really worrying. I am going to try And get an appointment with my GP next week to explain my symptoms and to discuss my results. Is anyone on the forum going through something similar to me? I would really appreciate any advice you can give me. 

I have also been with my fiancé for 8 years I know that HPV can lie dormant for many years but I’m worried that it will cause him issues or if I get the all clear in 12 months is it going to Be a a vicious circle passing it back and forth to each other? I’m so sorry for the long message but I’m going out of my mind with worry and have so many questions please help!! 

Thank you

chelsea x